When correctly installed, this polyethylene monofilament screening can prevent insect penetration, yet provide maximum possible air flow.
Selection Criteria
Insect Pest |
Insect Size- Inch (Microns) |
Screen Type to Use |
Screen Hole Size - Inch (Microns) |
Performance |
Leafminer |
0.025 (640) |
Anti-Insect Virus |
0.0105 x 0.0322 (266 x 818) |
100% |
Melon Aphid |
0.013 (340) |
Anti-Insect Virus |
0.0105 x 0.0322 (266 x 818) |
100% |
Whitefly |
0.018 (462) |
Anti-Insect Virus |
0.0105 x 0.0322 (266 x 818) |
100% |
Western Flower Thrips |
0.0075 (192) |
No-Thrips |
0.0059 x 0.0059 (150 x 150) |
100% |
Technical Information
Specifications |
Anti-Insect Virus Screen |
No-Thrips Screen |
Material |
Polyethylene Monofilament |
Polyethylene Monofilament |
Construction |
50 x 24 mesh |
81 x 81 mesh |
Opening Size |
0.0105" x 0.0322" |
0.0059" x 0.0059" |
Thread Size |
.24 mm |
.15 mm |
Weave |
1/1 |
1/1 |
Weight |
0.33 lbs/sq. yard |
0.216 lbs/sq. yard |
Shade Value |
20% |
33% |
Light Transmission |
80% |
66% |
Standard Widths |
78, 137 Inches |
134 Inches |
Length |
Cut to Size |
Cut to Size |
UV Resistance |
Tested to equivalent of five years field experience |
Tested to equivalent of three years field experience |